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The Amateurs Code

The original Amateur’s Code was written by Paul M. Segal, W9EEA, in 1928. Although the code has been updated to reflect current realities, today ham radio operators take this code as seriously as their counterparts did in 1928.

The Amateur’s Code

The Radio Amateur is:

CONSIDERATE…never knowingly operates in such a way as to lessen the pleasure of others.

LOYAL…offers loyalty, encouragement and support to other amateurs, local clubs, and the American Radio Relay League, through which Amateur Radio in the United States is represented nationally and internationally.

PROGRESSIVE…with knowledge abreast of science, a well-built and efficient station and operation above reproach.

FRIENDLY…slow and patient operating when requested; friendly advice and counsel to the beginner; kindly assistance, cooperation and consideration for the interests of others. These are the hallmarks of the amateur spirit.

BALANCED…radio is an avocation, never interfering with duties owed to family, job, school or community.

PATRIOTIC…station and skill always ready for service to country and community.

Monday, October 29, 2012

The biggest storm in recent US history is approaching the Northeast Atlantic Coast. Hurricane Sandy is forecast to make landfall approx 8PM EST Oct 29 near Trenton NJ bring 90+MPH winds and 6+' storm surges to much of the NJ/NY coastline. This dramatic storm is expected to effect the majority of the northeastern US with heavy winds, rain, snow & ice.As Ham Operators, we stay poised to offer aid for any emergency, & no doubt there are Hams in the effected region now taking action in support for their community. During the brunt of the storm you can expect that wide-spread power outages may occur throughout the region, but more importantly, the days following the storm may be critical as communications may become compromised. Ham Radio operation may be one of the only methods of communications available until normal communication links can be restored. The following links & services may offer good status info for anyone, especially Ham Radio operators assisting in keeping lines of communication open and passing traffic.

Google Maps have a crisis map of the storm... Click On Image to Link

The Hurricane watch net is Amateur Radio's pipeline to the National Weather Service with operators working inside the NHC. Listen on 14.325.00 MHz and 7.268 MHz and 3950 MHZ, or via the web.

SATERN (Salvation Army Team Emergency Radio Network) provides
emergency communications support to the Salvation Army wherever needed on
site, at the local level, via VHF/UHF Nets. During wide-spread
emergencies (hurricanes, earthquakes, forest fires, etc.), the 14265 kHz
Net becomes emergency traffic and H&W Net providing tactical
assistance to those on site and handling outgoing H&W messages. The
14265 kHz Net is generally on the air from 1200Z to approximately 0100Z
during times of wide-spread emergency. Check our web site at
www.satern.org to determine the alert status of the SATERN Net.

As the East Coast faces an onslaught of weather, count on Ham Radio to serve in a unique capacity, and fill a most critical need. Hams everywhere stand ready to aid in any way they can. Preparing is a watchword Ham Radio speaks everyday.